An illustration of a chest x-ray
The Higher Diploma in Chest Medicine course is a postgraduate medical training program offered in Kenya to medical doctors seeking to specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of chest and respiratory diseases. The program aims to equip participants with advanced knowledge and practical skills required to manage chest-related health conditions effectively.
The course is offered by various universities and medical colleges in Kenya, with a duration of one to two years. The program includes both theoretical and practical coursework, as well as supervised clinical practice in hospitals and clinics to provide students with hands-on experience in chest medicine.
The coursework covers various topics related to chest medicine, including respiratory physiology, chest radiology, pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy, critical care medicine, and infectious diseases. Participants also learn about research methodologies and biostatistics to enable them to undertake research in chest medicine.
To enroll in the course, candidates must have a minimum qualification of a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree from a recognized university. The program is suitable for medical doctors seeking to specialize in chest medicine or those seeking to advance their medical careers.
Upon completion of the course, graduates are awarded a Higher Diploma in Chest Medicine, which is recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB) and the Kenyan government. The diploma enables the holder to work as a specialist chest physician in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings in Kenya
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